Nashville Singers

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636 Lebanon Pike #162, Hermitage, TN 37076, USA

EIN Number: 90-0428459

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Phone: 615-669-8633

Hours: No Set Business Hours - Call to Inquire

Website: https://nashvillesingers.org/

Email: info@nashvillesingers.org

NTEE Code: A6B: Singing & Choral Groups

MISSION - WHAT WE DO

The mission of Nashville Singers is to enrich lives through singing and the support of music education. The Nashville Singers organization was founded in November of 2008 by a handful of men committed to excellence in vocal and choral performance. The chorus performs a diverse, primarily a cappella repertoire, covering many genres of music. Since its formation, this volunteer vocal ensemble of a dozen singers, learned almost 100 songs, released two audio CDs, racked up 120 performances for 75+ clients in 11 counties across Tennessee, and produced a successful concert series which has attracted 2,800+ attendees from 43 cities in 10 states across the USA. Performances by the Nashville Singers have been enjoyed by over 50,000 people to date.

SERVICES - HOW WE DO IT

Grant & Scholarship Programs Music Makes a Difference (music education grants)The Nashville Singers "Music Makes a Difference" music education grant program provides much needed grant funding to schools or nonprofits with a music-focused mission throughout Middle Tennessee. In 2014, grant funding was increased from $750 to $1,000 per grant.Educator of the Future (college scholarships)The Nashville Singers "Educator of the Future" college scholarship program provides deserving students with a $1,000 scholarship to help them realize their dream of earning a college degree in music education. To a struggling college student, a small scholarship can have a big impact. $18,000 in grants and scholarships has been awarded since 2011. Acappella Academy (vocal performance clinics) This program introduces young singers and adults to the exciting art of a cappella singing. A cappella is enjoying resurgence in popularity through network TV programs like Glee and The Sing-Off. Music educators have struggled for many years to convince boys to participate in school choral programs. Many have discovered that introducing young men to a cappella singing (done well) provides the much needed hook to capture and retain their students. These master classes are presented in a warm, friendly atmosphere appropriate to both beginners and experienced singers. Some of the world class clinicians that have collaborated with us to present these educational events include Dr. Kirby Shaw, Dr. Cedric Dent and Derric Johnson. The content is rich and exciting, and provides program participants with a combination of technical and artistic vocal and performance training in the following areas:• Breathing—posture, breath support and control for singingfreely produced tones• Resonance—tone placement, emotional color and blend• Vowels—target sounds, diction and diphthongs• Rhythm—creating precise synchronization• Dynamics—use of soft/loud ranges to create meaning andartistic joy• Artistry—something magical that can happen when notes and words become second nature• Showmanship—creating a connection between the performer and the audience through appropriate visuals that help reflect and reinforce the message of a song. The Covid-19 pandemic led to a suspension of in person rehearsals, performances, programs, and self-produced concerts. We hope to be resuming our normal activities soon. Adult Music Education Programs Nashville Singers is a male auditioned choral ensemble open to a wide range of singers from teenagers to senior citizens. Singers are expected to demonstrate ability, desire and a commitment to excellence in vocal and choral performance. Auditions are required. Participants receive a combination of technical and artistic vocal training, covering breathing—posture, breath support and control for singing freely produced tones, vocal resonance—tone placement, emotional color and blend, vowels—target sounds, diction and diphthongs, rhythm—creating precise synchronization, dynamics—use of soft/loud ranges to create meaning and artistic joy, and artistry – something magical that can happen when notes and words become second nature. There is also a great opportunity for developing organizational and leadership skills. The Covid-19 pandemic led to a suspension of in person rehearsals, performances, programs, and self-produced concerts. We hope to be resuming our normal activities soon. Summer & Fall Concerts Since November of 2010, our concerts have attracted 2,400+ attendees from 43 cities in 10 states and have featured many guest performers, includingThe Nashville have had the pleasure of sharing the stage with many talented performing artists, including Ringmasters, Vintage Mix, Steve Williams, Erica Lane, Grace Thomson, Melody Myers, Kasey Hammond, Jennifer Danielle Green, Noelle LaRue, Music City Chorus, Lunch Break Quartet, The Suntones, Fisk Jubilee Singers, Nashville in Harmony, TuneTown Show Chorus, Metro Nashville Chorus, MLK Reunion Choir, The O'Donnells, MET Singers, Music City Youth Orchestra, Sound Company Children's Choir, and the Midnight Ramblers. Hosts have included Channel 4's Holly Thompson and Tracy Kornet, Fox 17's Stacy Case and Erin Como, WKRN's Dawn Davenport and John Dwyer, and News Channel 5's Jessica Ralston. The Covid-19 pandemic led to a suspension of in person rehearsals, performances, programs, and self-produced concerts. We hope to be resuming our normal activities soon.

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Services Offered

  • Music & Performing Arts Programs

Populations Served

  • Adults
  • Children & Youth
  • Families
  • Individuals Under 21

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